Mr. Cooper Thornhill, owner of the Bell Inn on the Great North Road in the town of Stilton, England, was the original pioneer of Blue Stilton, commonly referred to as "The King of Cheeses." In 1730, Mr. Thornhill discovered a distinctive blue cheese while visiting a small farm in rural Leicestershire. He fell in love with the cheese and forged a business arrangement that granted the Bell Inn exclusive marketing rights to Blue Stilton. Soon thereafter, wagon loads of cheese were being delivered to the Inn. Since the main stagecoach routes from London to the North of England passed through the village of Stilton, he was able to promote the sale of this cheese and the legend of Stilton rapidly spread far and wide. The extraordinary flavor comes from careful aging for a minimum of three months. This Stilton is produced in Leicestershire and is full, rich and creamy. Its shocking blue veins radiate outward from a natural, crinkly brown crust, revealing layers and folds of honeyed, cheddary flavor. We recommend this mature Stilton as a pure table (eating) cheese-- it is too precious and delicious to submerge in a dressing or dip.

I've been buying this for years. Quality is excellent, taste is outstanding.

By Sweetoldbillfrom Sebring, FLon Apr 29, 2016

Mature Blue Stilton

Rich flavor - a great Stilton just like served at the Bell Pub

By pemafrom utahon Mar 20, 2016

strong

Of course it is strong, it is mature. It helps to let it breathe. It became better with time.

By Andrew Tarnfrom Ft Myers Fl.on Jan 26, 2016

Thank you igourmet

I ordered some blue Stilton for Christmas and it really was not up to par, I called igourmet and explained that the cheese was somewhat lesser in quality than I expected. The young lady was very helpful and apologetic and went out of her way to make sure I was happy, thank you Margaret. I got my replacement Stilton today and it is perfect, I am a Brit and do know a little about Stilton, believe me this is good. I must add I have dealt with igourmet a few times in the past and have been more than happy with their product and service, thank you again igourmet.
I also treated myself to some Huntsman and some Cambozola for Christmas, they were perfect.

By knowltonfrom Portland, ORon Dec 30, 2015

Great cheese

Bought for my Mom, she was thrilled. Thanks.

By Stevefrom New Yorkon Dec 21, 2015

Excellent as always

Quite irresistible. Creamy with excellent flavor. I prefer this mature blue Stilton to any of the others I've had.

By Raymond Brodiefrom Two Rivers, WIon Dec 04, 2015

Mature Blue Stilton

5 stars - Lives up to all the hype. This cheese is way over the top!

By John D Gonzales-Luskfrom Los Lunas, NMon Dec 03, 2015

The Best

Excellent! Well wrapped to maintain the freshness and taste. Will purchase again.